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WARMING DRAWERS
PLANNING INFORMATION
INSTALLATION OPTIONS
WALL-MOUNTED INSTALLATION
Thermador Warming Drawers may be installed below any
Thermador Single or Double Built-in Oven. A minimum space of 1"
is recommended between the bottom of the oven and the top of
the warming drawer. Refer to the built-in oven section for additional
details.
UNDER-COUNTER INSTALLATION
Thermador Warming Drawers may also be installed below any
Thermador Electric or Non-professional Gas Cooktop as long as there
is no contact between the bottom of the cooktop and the top of
the warming drawer. When installing below a Thermador Induction
Cooktop, a minimum 1" air gap must be maintained between the
bottom of the cooktop and the top of the warming drawer. When
installing below a Thermador Professional
®
Rangetop, a minimum
2
3
/
4
" air gap must be maintained between the bottom of the cooktop
and the top of the warming drawer. Refer to the appropriate cooktop
or rangetop section for additional details.
The cabinet base must be at and capable of supporting a weight of
at least 110 lbs. (50 kg).
WDC30J, WDC36J
CUSTOM FRONT PANEL
These Thermador Warming Drawers require a custom front panel.
You may build a custom drawer front panel to coordinate with your
cabinetry. Custom panels must meet the following requirements:
– Have a handle
– Have the dimensions shown below
– Have a minimum thickness of
3
/
4
" (19 mm)
– Have all edges nished
– Be capable of withstanding a temperature of 158°F (70° C)
MODEL OPTIONS
Thermador Warming Drawers are available in 27-inch, 30-inch and
36-inch widths to t your kitchen plans perfectly. There are two series
to choose from—Professional and Masterpiece
®
. Each series features
a distinctive style. You may choose from traditional warming drawers
or convection warming drawers. The warming drawers featured in
this guide include the front panel—you no longer need to purchase
front panels separately. Additionally, Thermador Convection Warming
Drawer units may be installed with your own custom front panel and
are available with Masterpiece
®
or Professional handles. Be sure to
reference the correct model information in this design guide.
INSTALLATION CONSIDERATIONS
The information in this design guide provides key features, product
dimensions, cutouts and installation specications. Before installing a
Thermador Warming Drawer, be sure to verify the cabinet dimensions
and electrical connections. Also, always consult with the installation
manual packed with the product for complete details before
installing.
ELECTRICAL SPECIFICATIONS
Be sure your appliance is properly installed and grounded by a
qualied technician. Installation, electrical connections and grounding
must comply with all applicable local codes.
All Thermador Warming Drawers are designed to be connected to a
120V AC, 60 Hz, 3-wire, grounded outlet with a 15 A circuit breaker.
ELECTRICAL LOCATION
The outlet can be installed in the back wall directly behind the drawer.